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The Chemical History of a Candle

The Chemical History of a Candle

Michael Faraday ,  Frank A.J.L. James

9780199694914

Oxford University Press


Mathematics & Sciences; History of science; Popular science; Physics; Chemistry

Hardback

208 pages

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Michael Faraday's celebrated series of lectures,The Chemical History of a Candle, turned into one of the most successful science books ever published and was a classic work of Victorian popular science. They also reflect how Faraday, the bookbinder's apprentice turned scientist, was a remarkable communicator of science. First published in 1861 they have remained continuously in print ever since. Covering a wide range of basic scientific knowledge, much of which still has relevance today, The Chemical History of a Candle draws out the science behind the candle flame; a familiar yet complex example of combustion, and a source of fascination as much today as it was then. Timed to mark the 150th anniversary of the first publication, Frank James presents a new edition of the lectures, which, for the first time, includes a facsimile of Faraday's original handwritten lecture notes, never before published. Including an introduction from Frank James this new edition provides the historical context and background to his lectures, and to Faraday himself.

By:   Michael Faraday
Introduction by:   Frank A.J.L. James
Imprint:   Oxford University Press
Country of Publication:   United Kingdom
Dimensions:   Height: 21mm,  Width: 221mm,  Spine: 153mm
Weight:   410g
ISBN:  

9780199694914


ISBN 10:   0199694915
Pages:   208
Publication Date:   November 2011
Audience:   General/trade ,  ELT Advanced
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   Available   Availability explained
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Foreword; Acknowledgements; Introduction; Note on the Published Text; The Text; Note on the Facsimile; The Facsimile


These lectures are historical documents written in the language of their time. And yet the science hasn't gone out of date, neither it seems have the techniques for inspiring young scientists. Engineering & Technology Popular science at its very best Financial Times


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